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How a smart mother of the bride can help with her daughter’s wedding

Isn’t it exciting that your little girl is getting married? Deciding to get married is the easy part, planning the wedding and getting all the arrangements done on time is the tough part. The good news is that you are there to help!

So, let’s find out how you can make the task easier for her.

The planning phase is perhaps the toughest of all. There are hundreds of details to be looked at and budgets to prepare and adhere to. These are the things you can do to help.

Make a comprehensive list

You can begin by listing down every arrangement to be done, and see to it that no detail is spared. Your daughter will probably be doing the same too. So, when you combine the two lists, it is unlikely any detail will be missed.

This would be the right time to prepare the guest list too. Also get the guest list from the groom’s side. Remember that everything costs money, and so it is necessary to chalk out this list before working on the budget for expenses.

Discuss family traditions

If there are specific wedding rituals that are followed in your family, or heirlooms to be used in the ceremony, it is wise to inform the couple ahead of time. Provide them all the necessary information, so they can accommodate this into the wedding plan.

Help budget the expenses

Once the list is ready, help her budget the expenses. If you are contributing, let her know the amount you will be footing. Break down the budget into individual components. This can be difficult to do, so help her research the costs of various components, so she doesn’t run short of funds towards the end.

Make the bookings

Now, its time to make arrangements. You can help her visit venues, draft invitations, book caterers, photographers, florists and the band. Just remember that it is her wedding, so don’t go overboard with making the decisions for her. Facilitate what she wants, provide your valuable suggestions, but go with what she decides. If your daughter is busy, offer to shoulder certain responsibilities on your own. This will allow her some breathing space, and let her relax.

Help her shop

If your daughter invites you, attend the bridal dress appointments and help her select her wedding dress. Also help with choosing the bridesmaids dresses. Once this is done, discuss your attire with her. Let her suggest the style and colors, so you can make an appropriate choice. Inform the mother of the groom of your dress choice, so she can also choose one that blends in.

Last minute arrangements, and being there when she needs you

You can oversee the last minute arrangements and deliveries. The days leading up to the wedding can seem overwhelming, so be there for your daughter. Support her when she seems worried. Keep up her spirits, remind her of how well she is doing, and how great she looks. She will be relieved by your encouragement. After all, mom knows best!

To look special on your daughter’s wedding day, check out the beautiful collection of dresses at Best for Bride for the mother of the bride.

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Hire a Food Truck to Cater Your Wedding

If you are looking for a unique way to cater a wedding whether it’s big or small, consider local food trucks. Now you might be thinking why on Earth would someone want to have a food truck cater a wedding, but truth be told, there are all kinds of options when it comes to what selections you can have for both dinner and dessert.

The best thing about food trucks is that they can show up anywhere and begin their usual routine; if you are going for something really unique for your wedding, especially if it is outdoors in the summer, this might be an option for you. It’s not only a way to provide something different for your guests that usually expect either a buffet or plated dinner, but is a great way to support a local company from the town you have grown up in, or one that you are visiting.

A food truck can be considered for any part of the meal, including small appetizers to go with pre-dinner drinks, desserts to compliment the cake cutting or even a midnight snack after everyone has burned off dinner while dancing up a storm. Since food trucks usually focus on only one or a few menu items, it’s generally pretty easy to figure out what kind of company you’ll be looking for.

Due to their very mobile nature, its easy to research and read reviews on your cities favorite food trucks. These are also a fantastic idea for destination weddings because even though the city may not be familiar to you, social media sites will help you easily track down some information on the food truck and what they have to offer. Some food trucks have a wealth of staff that will cater to you and create unique spreads of food; others are run by just one or two people and your guests will have to line up to choose what they want. But who would complain when they can have a unique dining experience offered by someone with a passion for food?

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Choosing your Wedding Flowers

One of the most important features of your wedding day is the flowers that you choose to incorporate into your theme, bouquet and decorations. Every bride is looking for the perfect type of flower to use for her wedding and the steps below will help you to choose the best options for your big day.

No Right or Wrong Answer

Remember, there isn’t a right or a wrong decision when you are choosing the flowers for your wedding. You should select flowers that fit within your budget and that you find attractive and meaningful.

If you do have a low budget for flowers, try to keep it simple. Use flowers that are inexpensive and use fewer of them. It is possible to add a small amount of flowers to your wedding without going well over budget. You can also save quite a bit of money by purchasing silk flowers and having a family member help you arrange the bouquets yourself.

Do some research

There are lots of locations where you can gather information about selecting the right flowers for your wedding. You can start by looking through wedding magazines and through websites that you find online. It is also a good idea to learn more about the flowers that you are considering. Some flowers have a special meaning behind them that may help you to make a better decision regarding if you will be using them in your design.

Watch your Budget

Before you begin selecting your flowers, it is important that you have your budget in mind and are already prepared when it comes to a final price for the flowers. If you do have a small budget when it comes to your flowers, you may need to get creative. One good idea is to select wildflowers that you are growing in your garden or mixing and matching expensive and inexpensive flower types. This may help you to create a larger centerpiece without going over your budget.

Color is Important

You should also consider the color of the flowers that you are considering. You will need to choose a flower that comes in a color that will be complimentary to the colors of the bridesmaid dresses and decorations.

Considering the season is also an important part of the flower selection process. You should keep in mind that some flowers may not be in season when you are having your wedding. If you would like to add them to your wedding design it may be possible, but it will likely be much more expensive than if you choose a flower that is in season.

Conclusion

Flowers are one of the most common decorations that are added to weddings. They are beautiful and help to create a design that is unique and feminine. There are many things that you should consider when you are planning your flower arrangements, but the tips listed above will help you get started in the right direction.

Best for Bride

Don’t forget to stop by Best for Bride for all of your wedding planning needs. They will be able to guide you through the process of matching your dresses to the color of flowers that you have chosen.

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3 Quick Steps to Choosing Your Wedding Cake

What can be more fun that trying on wedding dress all day? Choosing your wedding cake! Granted, trying out multiple samples is a guaranteed way to ensure that you won’t be fitting into your dress, but either way, browsing through countless designs and styles along with taste testing so many flavors is certainly a great aspect about getting married.

With such a wide variety of different wedding cakes readily available, it can often become a little confusing or even stressful when it comes down to choosing the right cake for you. The 3 key points to consider when it comes to your cake are size, design and flavor.

Flavor

The flavor of your wedding cake is very unlikely to affect the visual aspects of your cake, so theory there is no issue with having your dream wedding cake layered with indulgent, rich chocolate with a traditional yet classic white iced decorative finish. Before committing to a particular flavor straight off the list, why not arrange with your cake maker a tasting session with flavors you would like to try (remember to try as many as possible!).

Some couples like to keep their wedding cake as the primary dessert when it comes to the celebration dinner, but if you are choosing to have your cake and a separate dessert, it is often recommended that you choose two separates flavors for both. This will allow you to cater for more people, for example, individuals may not like your chocolate filled wedding cake could choose something else to eat.

Size

Depending entirely on how many guests you plan on inviting should reflect on the size of your wedding cake. Nevertheless, if you are not inviting a lot of people to your celebrations but would still like a large impressive cake, opting for fake tiers is always an option and provides the illusion of a larger, fuller cake.

If your wedding cake is on part of your budget list, choosing a small three tier cake can be a lot friendlier when it comes to your cash flow. With three tiers staggered above one another it creates an illusion of a larger cake.

Design

If you are looking to match your wedding cake with the rest of your theme, it may be an idea to choose your reception and flower details before ordering your cake. It is far easier for a cake maker to work off the current designs, style and colors of your theme if you have already established them beforehand. It also means you can bring samples for your cake maker to work with. You may want to base the design of your wedding cake to mirror the details or style of your wedding dress, the reception decorations (including flowers) or even the invitations you are planning to send out.

If you are planning on a bespoke design for your wedding cake, you can always ask your cake maker for a detailed sketch before you commit. This will help give you an idea of what to expect and also allows for you to mark down any alterations you may want. Nevertheless, your wedding cake should be personal to you and your partner, allow your cake to stand out as a centerpiece at your reception and remember to have fun with it.Ultimately, your wedding cake should look and taste beautiful and provide a fabulous centerpiece and talking point at your reception.